Pinot Noir 2018

Located in the Yarra Valley, east of Melbourne in the state of Victoria, the Yarra Yering vineyard benefits from a cool, temperate climate influenced by its proximity to the ocean. The Pinot Noir vines are planted in predominantly gravelly, well-drained soils, a blend of clay and alluvial deposits, which promote slow and even ripening of the grapes. This historic part of the Yarra Valley is renowned for producing elegant wines that are both precise and aromatic, subtly reflecting the influence of the surrounding hills and the diversity of vineyard exposures.

The Pinot Noir grapes are hand-harvested, destemmed, and sorted before fermentation in open vats with manual punch-downs for gentle extraction. Malolactic fermentation takes place in barrels. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels, a proportion of which are new, for approximately 10 months to preserve the aromatic finesse and delicate structure of the Pinot Noir while adding complexity and texture.

This wine reveals delicate red fruit notes, dominated by cherry and raspberry , complemented by floral touches of violet and peony. Subtle spicy nuances, reminiscent of nutmeg and sweet pepper, mingle with a light oak character featuring hints of cedar and subtle smoke. The palate displays a silky texture, fresh acidity , and fine tannins , offering a slender structure and a persistent finish that is both juicy and elegantly supported by the wine's tension.

Australia began producing wine more than two centuries ago. This has resulted in a country rich in old vines, multigenerational winemaking families, and a deep-rooted knowledge and respect for craftsmanship. Add to this a thirst for exploration and innovation, a fearless attitude, and a diverse portfolio of 65 wine regions across a wide range of climates, and you have the makings of an extraordinary wine nation. Australia burst onto the export scene in the 1980s and has since been offering the world vibrant, fruity, and exceptionally good-value wines. Until the late 1990s and early 2000s, the history of Australian wine was dominated by examples of Shiraz, Grenache, and overly concentrated red blends. Between these two extremes lies the diverse range of high-quality Australian wines and regional wines that has always existed. Australian viticulture is concentrated primarily along the southern coastline where conditions are cooler. There are four main wine regions, each centered around major cities: Western Australia around Perth, South Australia around Adelaide, Victoria around Melbourne, and New South Wales around Sydney. The country is one of the world's largest wine producers and was the fourth-largest exporter in 2011. This recent development has made Australia one of the most prominent countries for the quality of its wines. You can taste Australian wines throughout the country. Each Australian region has its own grape varieties. Australian wines are defined by their grape variety, unlike French wines, which are defined by their terroir.